Applied AI in Government: Practical Skills for Public Sector Leaders

This immersive two-day in person workshop is designed specifically for local government professionals who want to move beyond the AI conversation and begin applying these tools in meaningful, practical ways. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how artificial intelligence is already transforming public-sector work and, more importantly, how to use it responsibly to improve everyday operations.

Through guided, hands-on exercises and real-world local government scenarios, attendees will work directly with AI tools to explore applications in communications, policy development, research, resident engagement, community development, workflow efficiency, and administrative decision-making. From drafting public-facing materials to streamlining internal processes and enhancing staff productivity, the training is intentionally grounded in the work local government leaders and practitioners face every day.

Whether you are an executive, department head, manager, analyst, or emerging professional, this workshop will help you build confidence, strengthen your practical skills, and leave with actionable strategies you can bring back to your organization immediately.

Logistics 

Date: July 28 - 29, 2026

Location: In-Person at Pepperdine Univeristy - Malibu, CA

Hotel: Villa Graziadio located on Pepperdine's Campus and a short 3 min walk to the conference

Questions? Recah out to us at davenport.institute@pepperdine.edu